$435,000
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409 Forester Ave Fairhope, AL 36532

Estimated payment $2,399/month

Total Views 223
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,417 Sq Ft
$307 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • No HOA
  • Detached Garage
  • Fairhope West Elementary School Rated A-
  • Cottage
  • Brick or Stone Mason

About This Home

Live the Fairhope lifestyle—golf cart to downtown, Mobile Bay, or Volanta Park—from this fully renovated 3 bed, 2 bath white brick cottage located ~1 mile from downtown. Charming details welcome you home: stone paver walkways, blue shutters, red front door, and an arched entry into the living room. Inside features include crown molding, smooth ceilings, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring, and a bright, open layout. Kitchen offers granite and butcher block countertops, white cabinets, center island, stainless appliances (including refrigerator) & pantry. Primary suite includes a granite double vanity and a glass-door shower. Guest bath has a tub/shower combo with granite counters. Laundry room comes with almost brand-new washer and dryer. Enjoy the new backyard patio (2025), fenced yard with fruit trees, and an oversized detached garage (25x23) with workshop space and new roof (2024). Additional updates: metal roof (2017), HVAC (2024), water heater (2017), new gutters (2025), and Ring doorbell. Ideal as a primary home, vacation retreat, or investment! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence. All info deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Listing Agent

Jaime Cooper Team

EXIT Realty Lyon & Assoc.Fhope Brokerage Phone: 251-605-1316 Listed on: 01/29/2026

EXIT Realty Lyon & Assoc.Fhope

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,685

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66 x 132
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Lead Paint Disclosure

Interior Spaces

  • 1,417 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Termite Clearance

Schools

  • Fairhope West Elementary School
  • Fairhope Middle School
  • Fairhope High School

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Central Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4603370001010.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,685

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: Southern View
  • Parcel Number: 4603370001010.000
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Property Sub-Type: Cottage
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: None
  • Reso Fencing: Fenced
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Less than 1 acre, Level, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Attribution Contact: PHONE: 251-605-1316
  • Co List Office Phone: 251-929-4545
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: Volanta
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1417
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: None
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: 4097
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Main
  • Master Bedroom Features: 1st Floor Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: No Waterfront
  • Disclosures: Lead Paint Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Frame
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Termite Contract
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Double Garage

Utilities

  • Utilities: Fairhope Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Electric, Central
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: More Than 2 Pets Allowed

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhope Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 66 x 132
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet
  • Number Of Lots: 1
  • Zoning Description: Single Family Residence

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1685.44

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Fairhope West Elementary
  • HighSchool: Fairhope High

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,640 $36,640 $15,680 $20,960
2023 $1,553 $34,740 $16,640 $18,100
2022 $1,351 $30,340 $0 $0
2021 $1,200 $27,240 $0 $0
2020 $1,079 $24,440 $0 $0
2019 $937 $22,840 $0 $0
2018 $1,461 $33,980 $0 $0
2017 $620 $14,420 $0 $0
2016 $0 $13,980 $0 $0
2015 -- $13,060 $0 $0
2014 -- $11,000 $0 $0
2013 -- $10,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/29/2026 01/29/26 For Sale $435,000 +3.6% $307 / Sq Ft
07/30/2024 07/30/24 Sold $420,000 -3.6% $296 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/07/2024 07/07/24 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2024 06/26/24 Price Changed $435,500 -2.7% $307 / Sq Ft
05/02/2024 05/02/24 Price Changed $447,500 -0.4% $316 / Sq Ft
04/24/2024 04/24/24 For Sale $449,500 +60.6% $317 / Sq Ft
10/27/2017 10/27/17 Sold $279,900 0.0% $198 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/29/2017 09/29/17 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2017 09/27/17 For Sale $279,900 +107.3% $198 / Sq Ft
02/13/2017 02/13/17 Sold $135,000 0.0% $97 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/27/2017 01/27/17 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2017 01/25/17 For Sale $135,000 -- $97 / Sq Ft
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $420,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $13,500 None Available
Personal Reps Deed $500 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $265,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $195,965 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 390976

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 46-03-37-0-001-010.000